BMO Capital Markets
Auto industry scored record sales in 2013: BMO
Third consecutive year of growth at 1.74 million units, up 10% since 2011.
Trade deficit narrows, but exports continue as weak link to economy
The Bank of Canada has built in a resurgence in exports as a lynchpin for growth going forward.
Traders expect BoC to hold line on rates
After weak employment report, rate hikes are likely further away than previously thought.
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Automotive industry revving for a solid 2013
BMO predicts a 7% increase in sales: good for industry investment.
Bank of Canada expected to paint economy in darker hues
Canada’s banks say Mark Carney has some explaining to do.
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Is a recession looming? Scotiabank thinks so
Canada may already be in a mild downturn given flat job growth and shaky consumer confidence
